Places to visit
KASHI VISHWANATH TEMPLE
Kashi Vishwanath Temple is regarded as one of the
most popular Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Shiva.
Located in the heart of Varanasi, the temple is a core
of faith for millions of Hindus.
DASHASHWAMEDH GHAT
As the name suggests, it is believed that this is the
place where Lord Brahma performed the Dasa
Ashwamedha sacrifice. This ghat is a religious spot and
many rituals are performed here.
SANKAT MOCHAN HANUMAN TEMPLE
The Sankat Mochan Hanuman Temple is situated by
the River Assi and was built in the 1900s by the
freedom fighter Pandit Madan Mohan Malviya. It is
dedicated to Lord Rama and Hanuman.
ASSI GHAT
The Assi Ghat is placed at the confluence of the River
Assi and Ganga and is famous for the large Shiva
Lingam installed under a peepal tree. It has immense
religious importance and has been mentioned in the
Puranas and in various legends as well.
NEW VISHWANATH TEMPLE, BHU
Situated within the campus of the Banaras Hindu
University (BHU), this temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva
along with the sculptures of multiple Hindu Gods and
Goddesses.
DURGA TEMPLE
Located near the Durga Ghat on the ban of the River
Ganga, Durga Temple was built in the 18th century. It
houses an imposing idol of Goddess Durga and is one
of the main temples in Varanasi.